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Over the past twenty years there has been rapid change within the Beverage Industry. In addition to take over and mergers within the large manufacturers such as the Molson â€“ Coors merger of 2005. There has been a birth and rapid growth of a new market within the Beverage Industry known as the Craft Brewer or Craft Distiller. In 1979 there was 89 breweries in the US. By 2013 this number increased to 2,416 breweries in the US, of which 1,139 were considered Craft Breweries. According to the American Distilling Institute, there was roughly 50 micro distilleries operating within the US in 2005. Over the last 10 years that number has grown to over 300.

A recent trend has been for large distillers, such as the owners of the famous Bourbon Makers Mark. To create their own craft distillery within their current facility using purposely purchased small stills to compete for this market. What makes a Craft Distiller? In order to qualify as a Craft Distiller, a distillery should not produce more than 100,000 litres of alcohol per year in Canada. Or 100,000 gallons of alcohol per year in the US.

From time to time we receive questions from members of the community regarding the kashrus status of particular types of Alcoholic Beverages. Having visited over a dozen craft distilleries over the past couple of years from Kelowna to Vancouver Island. We can tell you that there are many kashrus issues that affect the kosher status of unflavoured brands of Vodka, Gin or Rye. These issues would not have arisen 20 years ago. It is common for small craft distilleries to produce many different kinds of products including various kinds of Non-Kosher Brandy. Brandy is produced by distilling grape based wine. There are also distilleries that distill wine for commercial wineries. Most distilleries do not want their stillâ€™s sitting idle, therefore they are happy to distill product for a customer that may be not Kosher. It is also common that the stills used for the distillation process are purchased used. It is also possible that during the production process of Rye or Blended Whisky that wine is blended in to add flavour to the Whisky.

It is common for Craft Breweries and Breweries in general to experiment. Most Recently Molson produced a limited release beer named 1908, a beer derived from a recipe found in the companies archives. Craft Breweries will also produce seasonal beers such as a Chocolate flavoured beer or Milk Stout during the winter months. These will both pose a kashrus concern since the use of dairy will change the status of all the other pareve beers. It is also common that flavours are added to beers to increase the taste. These can be produced from both Kosher and Non Kosher sources such as Carmine. Some Craft Breweries have started to age beer in used wine casks posing another issue. The main concern with beer is generally the processing equipment. Many companies use the same equipment to produce numerous products. If a company produces unflavoured beer on the same equipment as non-kosher beer, the equipment may cause all beer produced to be non-kosher.

Egypt home of the famous river Nile, the Worldâ€™s longest river. The kingdom of Egypt grew around the Nile delta; and its name became synonymous with power, wealth, and technological advancement. The abundance of food in Egypt, owed to the richness of the land, allowed for the development of a rich culture, which included some of the earliest advances in writing, agriculture, urbanization, and central government. In addition, this progressive culture was the perfect stage for innovation in herbal medicine. Egypt became synonymous for their knowledge and use of ointments and aromatic oils. The most famous of their herbal preparations â€śKyphiâ€ť was a mixture of 16 ingredients that could be used as incense, perfume or medicine.

Recently Trinity Essence, a leading producer of Essential Oils, concretes and absolutes gained kosher Certification through Kosher Check. Trinity Essence exports products around the World including to North America and throughout the Middle East. They knew that in order to sell product around the World, they would need a Kosher Certification such as Kosher Check that was Globally Accepted.

Over the past decade the demand for Kosher Certification has increased dramatically. The Kosher market has been growing at an annual rate of 15% for the past several years and products bearing Kosher Certification continue to outsell both Organic and All Natural. Today many leading manufacturers in Egypt are looking to gain Kosher Certification to assist them with opening new markets around the World. Today many uncertified companies in Egypt and around the world are turning to Kosher Check to assist them in their Kosher Certification needs.

Kosher Check is a globally accepted Kosher Certification, providing Kosher Certification on five continents to food manufacturers such as Merck Pharmaceuticals, Kerry Foods, Kemin Bioscience, Post Food Group, Scoular Company to name a few. Gaining Kosher Certification through Kosher Check can help increase sales as well as potential private label business

Saskatchewan, centrally located on the Canadian Prairies is affectionately known as the bread basket of Canada. It is home to many grains and pulses including majority of Canadaâ€™s Wheat, Flax, Rye, Oats, Peas, Lentils, Barley and Canola. Saskatchewan is the largest exporter of Lentils (Dahl) to India and Chickpeas to Israel.

Recently Hanes Hummus, a growing manufacturer of Hummus and dips located in Saskatchewan gained Kosher Certification through Kosher Check. Hanes Hummus was started back in 2009 by Yohannes Petros who started making Hummus at home for friends using fresh ingredients. A family member who worked at a local restaurant brought his hummus for herself to enjoy. The rest of the staff began immediate inquiries as to the availability of the delicious hummus. Once informed that her cousin produced it an order was placed by the establishment, which became the first customer and Hanes Hummus was born. Hanes Hummus is available in a variety of stores including Whole Foods, Choices, Federated Co-op to name a few. Yohannes knew that in order to sell product outside of Saskatchewan, they would need a Kosher Certification such as Kosher Check that was Globally Accepted.

Over the past decade the demand for Kosher Certification with Kosher Check has increased dramatically. The Kosher market has been growing at an annual rate of 15% for the past several years and products bearing Kosher Certification continue to outsell both Organic and All Natural. Today many leading manufacturers in Saskatchewan and across Canada are looking to gain Kosher Certification to assist them with opening new markets around the World. Today many uncertified companies in Saskatchewan and around the world are turning to Kosher Check to assist them in their Kosher Certification needs.

Kosher Check provides Kosher Certification to many companies throughout the province of Saskatchewan. Including Hanes Hummus, Scoular Company, Erco, Cleatech, Best Cooking Pulses, Nunweilers Flour to name a few! Kosher Check is a globally accepted Kosher Certification, providing Kosher Certification on five continents to food manufacturers such as Merck Pharmaceuticals, Kerry Foods, Kemin Bioscience, Post Food Group, Scoular Company to name a few. Gaining Kosher Certification through Kosher Check can help increase sales as well as potential private label business.

Please be advised that some Betterwith brand Ice Cream contains dairy (Not Cholov Yisroel) as indicated in the ingredient list but the dairy designation has been inadvertently omitted from the label. Corrective measures are being implemented.

The United Kingdom has a long a storied history. Going back to Roman rule, the Battle of Hastings, Medieval period under famous Rulers such as King Henry VIII. To the more recent British Empire and more popular modern leaders such as Sir Winston Churchill and Queen Elizabeth II. The United Kingdom, home of the Single Malt has a long history of helping companies succeed. Companies including Unilever, Cadburyâ€™s, Glaxo Smithkline all started in the United Kingdom.

Recently Haltermann Carless, a leading manufacturer of hydro-carbon based solvents and distillates based in Guildford, United Kingdom. Gained Kosher Certification through Kosher Check. Haltermann Carless originates from the two oldest Chemical companies in the World. Dating back to 1859 when Eugene Carless established Carless, Capel & Leonard. Meanwhile in Germany, Johann Haltermann established Johann Haltermann Mineralol AG in 1898. Laying the foundation for what later on would become Haltermann Carless. As a leading company in its field, Haltermann Carless knew that they needed a Globally Accepted Kosher Certification such as Kosher Check to meet the demands of their customers.
Over the past decade the demand for Kosher Certification has increased dramatically. The Kosher market has been growing at an annual rate of 15% for the past several years and products bearing Kosher Certification continue to outsell both Organic and All Natural. Today many leading manufacturers in the United Kingdom and around the World are looking to gain Kosher Certification to assist them with opening new markets. Today many uncertified companies in the United Kingdom and around the world are turning to Kosher Check to assist them in their Kosher Certification needs.

Kosher Check is a globally accepted Kosher Certification, providing Kosher Certification on five continents to food manufacturers such as Merck Pharmaceuticals, Kerry Foods, Kemin Bioscience, Post Food Group, Scoular Company to name a few. Gaining Kosher Certification through Kosher Check can help increase sales as well as potential private label business.

Egypt home of the famous river Nile, the Worldâ€™s longest river. Egypt, a country that bridges the ancient and the modern. Home to the Great Pyramid of Giza and the Suez Canal. A country rich in agriculture including Citrus Fruit, Rice, Corn among others. Egypt, a NEXT ELEVEN country identified by Goldman Sachs as having the potential to become a leading world economy.

Recently Retaj Herbs, a leading producer of Dried Herbs, Spices and Tea products gained kosher Certification through Kosher Check. Retaj Herbs was established in 2010 and quickly established a state of the art facility in El Sadat city. Retaj exports products around the World including to Australia, North America and throughout the Middle East. They knew that in order to sell product around the World, they would need a Kosher Certification such as Kosher Check that was Globally Accepted.

Over the past decade the demand for Kosher Certification has increased dramatically. The Kosher market has been growing at an annual rate of 15% for the past several years and products bearing Kosher Certification continue to outsell both Organic and All Natural. Today many leading manufacturers in Egypt are looking to gain Kosher Certification to assist them with opening new markets around the World. Today many uncertified companies in Egypt and around the world are turning to Kosher Check to assist them in their Kosher Certification needs.

Kosher Check is a globally accepted Kosher Certification, providing Kosher Certification on five continents to food manufacturers such as Merck Pharmaceuticals, Kerry Foods, Kemin Bioscience, Post Food Group, Scoular Company to name a few. Gaining Kosher Certification through Kosher Check can help increase sales as well as potential private label business.

Madagascar was an important trading post, connecting ports of the Indian ocean to Africa for trade. Later it became a French Colony. Today Madagascar is one of the most diverse countries in the World. More popularly known for the Cananga Tree and the sweet essence derived from its flowers. Today Madagascar is the Worldâ€™s largest producers of Vanilla, Cloves and Ylang Ylang which are exported around the world. In addition to producing other spices such as Cinnamon, Pepper corns, ginger. Madagascar is also known for its fine gems including Sapphires.

Over the past decade the demand for Kosher Certification has increased dramatically. The Kosher market has been growing at an annual rate of 15% for the past several years and products bearing Kosher Certification continue to outsell both Organic and All Natural. In order to keep up with demand and as Companies in North America and Europe look to new sources of Ingredients, they increasingly turn to developing countries such as Madagascar for new sources.

Recently the Royal Atlantic Group and their facility in Madagascar gained Kosher Certification through Kosher Check. Royal Atlantic Group is a leading supplier of Essential Oils such as Clove Leaf Oil, Cinnamon Oil or Ylang Ylang. They needed to get a Globally Accepted Kosher Certification such as Kosher Check in order to sell to manufacturers throughout North America. As Food exports continue to increase in Madagascar and throughout the African continent, many food manufacturers are now turning to agencies such as Kosher Check to assist them in gaining Kosher Certification.

Kosher Check is a globally accepted Kosher Certification, providing Kosher supervision on five continents to food manufacturers such as Merck Pharmaceuticals, TATA, Kerry Foods, Kemin Bioscience, Post Food Group, Scoular Company to name a few. Gaining Kosher Certification through Kosher Check can help increase sales as well as potential private label business.

Latvia, located in Northern Europe on the Baltic Sea is a diverse Country. One of the newest members of the European Union. Ideally situated on the eastern shores of the Baltic Sea. Known for its green forests and arable land.

Recently Dobeles dzirnavnieks, a leading producer of Pasta and Flour in the Baltic States gained Kosher Certification through Kosher Check. Dobeles dzirnavnieks. the largest producer of Dried Pasta in the Baltic region, sell their products throughout the European Union and around the World. Over the past several years Dobeles dzirnavnieks has upgraded their facility and wanted a globally accepted Kosher Certification to assist them as they export their product throughout the European Union and beyond.

Over the past decade the demand for Kosher Certification has increased dramatically. The Kosher market has been growing at an annual rate of 15% for the past several years and products bearing Kosher Certification continue to outsell both Organic and All Natural. Many leading food manufacturers in Latvia and throughout the European Union have already gained Kosher Certification. Today many uncertified companies in Latvia and around the world are turning to Kosher Check to assist them in their Kosher Certification needs.

Kosher Check is a globally accepted Kosher Certification, providing Kosher Certification on five continents to food manufacturers such as Manuka Health, Merck Pharmaceuticals, Kerry Foods, Kemin Bioscience, Post Food Group, Scoular Company to name a few. Gaining Kosher Certification through Kosher Check can help increase sales as well as potential private label business.

New Zealand, located in the South west of the Pacific Ocean is known for many things. Among them the national symbol of New Zealand the Kiwi bird, known for its shrill sound. New Zealand Dairy and Butter, with its high butter fat content. Not to forget Manuka Honey, a native of New Zealand.

Recently Manuka Health, a honey producer located in Te Awamutu, New Zealand gained Kosher Certification through Kosher Check. Manuka Health is a leading producer of Manuka Honey in New Zealand who distributes its Manuka Honey throughout North America and around the world. Manuka Honey is produced from the nectar of the Manuka Tree. The Honey is commonly used as an Alternative Medicine and studies have shown that it has Anti-Bacterial properties. Manuka Health recently moved into a new Production Facility in New Zealand and wanted a globally accepted Kosher Certification to assist them as they export their product.

Over the past decade the demand for Kosher Certification has increased dramatically. The Kosher market has been growing at an annual rate of 15% for the past several years and products bearing Kosher Certification continue to outsell both Organic and All Natural. Many leading New Zealand manufacturers have already gained Kosher Certification such as Fonterra, New Zealand King Salmon Co and Manuka Health. Today many uncertified companies in New Zealand and around the world are turning to Kosher Check to assist them in their Kosher Certification needs.

Kosher Check is a globally accepted Kosher Certification, providing Kosher Certification on five continents to food manufacturers such as Manuka Health, Merck Pharmaceuticals, Kerry Foods, Kemin Bioscience, Post Food Group, Scoular Company to name a few. Gaining Kosher Certification through Kosher Check can help increase sales as well as potential private label business.

With Passover just around the corner, the Kosher Check 2016 Passover Guide is now here. Copies are also available from local Kosher Stores and Synagogues. As always we are here to answer your questions.

Please be advised that House of Brussels Mini Hedgehogs and Carnaby Sweet Solid Milk Chocolate Tree contain dairy (Not Cholov Yisroel) ingredients as listed on the ingredient panel but the dairy designation has been inadvertently omitted. Corrective actions have been implemented.

Vietnam, the largest producer of Cashews in the World annually produces a quarter of the worldâ€™s cashew crop. Vietnam is also the Worldâ€™s largest producer of Black Pepper and second largest exporter of Rice and Coffee.

Maybe not so well known as Vietnamese Cashews are the Tropical Fruits grown in Vietnam. The Hot Tropical Climate and abundant rainfall in Vietnam are ideal growing conditions for a variety of fruit which, are among the most diverse to be found anywhere. The most common fruit found in Vietnam includes Coconut, Banana, Pineapple, Mango, Guava, Durian, Mangosteen and Dragon Fruit to name a few. In northern Vietnam and central highland areas, where the temperature is cooler with four separate seasons, farmers also grow temperate fruits such as apple, strawberry, cherry, grape, peach, or pear, making the collection of fruits in Vietnam an extremely rich one. As demand for these products continues to increase, more and more Fruit Juice, Canned Fruit, Dried Fruit and Fruit Puree producers in Vietnam will continue to turn to Kosher Certification to assist them in opening new markets.

Over the past decade the demand for Kosher Certification has increased dramatically. The Kosher market has been growing at an annual rate of 15% for the past several years and products bearing Kosher Certification continue to outsell both Organic and All Natural. In order to keep up with demand and as Companies in North America and Europe look to new sources of Ingredients, they increasingly turn to Asian countries such as Vietnam for new sources.

Recently Tien Giang Vegetables and Fruit Stock Company, located in Tien Giang Province gained Kosher Certification through Kosher Check. Tien Giang Vegetables and Fruit Stock Company, is a leading producer of Canned Fruits, Vegetables, Frozen Fruit, Concentrates and Purees. They wanted to be able to export product around the world and needed a Kosher Certification like Kosher Check that is Globally Accepted. As Food exports continue to increase in Vietnam, many Vietnamese food manufacturers are now turning to agencies such as Kosher Check to assist them in gaining Kosher Certification.

Kosher Check is a globally accepted Kosher Certification, providing Kosher supervision on five continents to food manufacturers such as Merck Pharmaceuticals, Kerry Foods, Kemin Bioscience, Golden Boy Foods, Scoular Company to name a few. Gaining Kosher Certification through Kosher Check can help increase sales as well as potential private label business.

Please be advised that Dan-D-Pak Swiss Breakfast Muesli contain dairy (Not Cholov Yisroel) ingredients as listed on the ingredient panel but the dairy designation has been inadvertently omitted. Corrective actions have been implemented. Consumers finding this product are asked to contact BC Kosher at (604) 731-1803 or by email info@bckosher.org.

The Coconut, rich in protein has long been a staple of Philippine cooking. The Philippines is the second largest producer of Coconuts in the World. Coconuts account for over 25% of agricultural produce in the Philippines. The Coconut Tree is often referred to as the Tree of Life because of the endless list of products and by-products derived from it, such as its meat, oil, shell and trunk. Over the last several years Coconut products such as Coconut Milk, Coconut Oil, Coconut Flour and Coconut Water have become very popular in North America and Europe. Mainly due to the health benefits associated with Coconuts and Coconut by-products such as it being high in dietary fiber and its low glycemic index.

This has lead many manufacturers of Coconut Products in the Philippines to seek Kosher Certification. Recently Andy Albao Enterprises a leading Coconut producer in the Philippines achieved Kosher Certification through Kosher Check. Andy Albao Enterprises commenced operations in 2007. Recently Andy Albao Enterprises expanded their processing facility in the Philippines and immediately decided to gain Kosher Certification through Kosher Check, in order to meet customer demands. In addition to producing Coconut Oil, Coconut Milk and Desiccated Coconut, Andy Albao also produces a variety of Cacao products and spreads. Andy Albao sells product around the world to customers in Australia, the UK, as well as throughout North America. It was because of customer demand that Andy Albao decided to gain Kosher Certification. As more and more food manufacturers in the Philippines look to increase sales and export to North America, Europe and beyond, many are turning to Kosher Certification to assist them in opening new doors.

Kosher Check is a globally accepted Kosher Certification, providing Kosher supervision on five continents to food manufacturers such as Kerry Foods, Kemin Bioscience, Merck, Legumex Walker to name a few. Kosher Check has proudly provided Kosher Certification to food manufacturers in the Philippines for over twenty-five years. Gaining Kosher Certification through Kosher Check can help increase sales as well as potential private label business.

Ceylon Cinnamon, called Cinnamomum Zaylanicum originates from the Island of Sri Lanka (Formerly Ceylon) and has been a staple of Sri Lankan cooking for centuries. The sweet and spicy taste of Cinnamon has been used for medicinal purposes for the last two thousand years. Ceylon Cinnamon has been more researched for medicinal purposes than any other variety of Cinnamon. It has proven to help kill or slow down the growth of bacteria, can help treat viral or fungal infections and is a proven anti-oxidant. Sri Lanka is the forth largest producer of Cinnamon around and world. Sri Lanka also produces 80%-90% of the total Cinnamomum Zaylanicum variety produced worldwide.

Due to its varied uses and applications, many manufacturers of Cinnamon Products in Sri Lanka have turned to Kosher Certification. Recently G.P. De Silva and Sons a leading producer in Sri Lanka achieved Kosher Certification through Kosher Check. Mr. G.P. De Silva started to trade in Cinnamon in 1942, over the years he grew and expanded his operations. Over the next 70 years G.P De Silva and Sons expanded their business and started shipping Cinnamon and other spices to many countries around the world. Recently they expanded their operation to include Cinnamon Oil. Within a short time of gaining Kosher Certification, G.P De Silva has noticed a difference. As more and more Sri Lankan food manufacturers look to increase sales and export to North America, Europe and beyond, many are turning to Kosher Certification to assist them in opening new doors.

Kosher Check is a globally accepted Kosher Certification, providing Kosher supervision on five continents to food manufacturers such as Kerry Foods, Kemin Bioscience, Merck, Legumex Walker to name a few. Gaining Kosher Certification through Kosher Check can help increase sales as well as potential private label business.

Habibiâ€™s, a leading all natural hummus manufacturer based in British Columbia recently gained Kosher Certification through Kosher Check. Habibiâ€™s has grown tremendously over the past few years and now sell their range of dips from Vancouver Island to Toronto. Habibiâ€™s wanted a Kosher Certification that was recognized throughout Canada and the US. Because of this they chose Kosher Check as their Kosher Certification of choice.

Over the past decade the demand for Kosher Certification has increased dramatically. The Kosher market has been growing at an annual rate of 15% for the past several years and products bearing Kosher Certification continue to outsell both Organic and All Natural.

Kosher Check is a globally accepted Kosher Certification, providing Kosher supervision on five continents to food manufacturers such as Merck, Kerry Foods, Kemin Bioscience, Golden Boy Foods, Legumex Walker to name a few. Gaining Kosher Certification through Kosher Check can help increase sales as well as potential private label business.

India has the World's second largest population, third largest economy and is the World's second largest producer of food next to China. AC Nielsen recently named India as a hotspot for food manufacturers, food producers and food ingredient professionals and the country is now becoming an integral part of the global food ingredient network. India is the Worldâ€™s largest producer of Bananas, Mangoes, Guavas, Mangosteens and Papayas. Not to mention spices such as chillies and dried peppers. India is also the Worlds second largest producer of Rice, Sugar Cane, Tea, Cashews and such staples as Onions and Potatoes. Given this trend, India has become one of the most important destinations for food investment, with the food industry growing at an annual rate of 17%. As demand continues to increase, more and more food manufacturers in India continue to turn to Kosher Certification to assist them in opening new markets.

Recently Fruzyme Biotech located in the southern state of Tamil Nadu rgained Kosher Certification through Kosher Check. Fruzyme Biotech, a leading producer of Papain, Papain Enzyme and related products wanted to be able to export product around the world and needed a Kosher Certification like Kosher Check that is Globally Accepted. As Food exports continue to increase in India, many Indian food manufacturers like Fruyzme are now turning to agencies such as Kosher Check to assist them in gaining Kosher Certification.

Kosher Check is a globally accepted Kosher Certification, providing Kosher supervision on five continents to food manufacturers such as Merck Pharmaceuticals, Kerry Foods, Kemin Bioscience, Golden Boy Foods, Legumex Walker to name a few. Gaining Kosher Certification through Kosher Check can help increase sales as well as potential private label business.

3 Seasons Fruit Company, a leading manufacturer of Freeze Dried fruits located in Chonburi province of Thailand recently gained Kosher Certification through Kosher Check. As a leading Thai exporter of Freeze Dried Fruits, they saw the benefit of gaining Kosher Certification through Kosher Check.

Over the past decade the demand for Kosher Certification has increased dramatically. The Kosher market has been growing at an annual rate of 15% for the past several years and products bearing Kosher Certification continue to outsell both Organic and All Natural. In order to keep up with demand and as Companies in North America and Europe look to new sources of Ingredients, they increasingly turn to Asian countries such as Thailand for new sources.

Thailand grown tropical fruits have become legendary the world over. Their fragrances, ripe colours and succulent flavours have rightfully contributed to Thailandâ€™s reputation as one of the world's major culinary hotspots. The Hot Tropical Climate and abundant rainfall in Thailand are ideal growing conditions for a variety of fruit which, are among the most diverse to be found anywhere. The most common fruit found in Thailand include Coconut, Banana, Pineapple, Mango, Guava, Durian, Mangosteen and Dragon Fruit to name a few. As demand for these products continues to increase, more and more Dried Fruit, Fruit Juice, Canned Fruit and Fruit Puree producers in Thailand continue to turn to Kosher Certification to assist them in opening new markets.

Kosher Check is a globally accepted Kosher Certification, providing Kosher supervision on five continents to food manufacturers such as Merck, Kerry Foods, Kemin Bioscience, Golden Boy Foods, Legumex Walker to name a few. Gaining Kosher Certification through Kosher Check can help increase sales as well as potential private label business.

Hidden on a small farm South of Lethbridge Alberta, two young brothers J.R and Dawson Wikkerink have built a company that is fast becoming one of Western Canadaâ€™s fastest growing Non-Dairy Ice Cream Brands. It started back in 2010, Joseph had already joined the Wikkerink family from his native Haiti and was settling into family life in Southern Alberta. Meanwhile his brother David was still stuck in Haiti when the earthquake struck. Forced from his home to live in a tent and while homeless developed cholera.

Meanwhile back in Lethbridge, J.R. had recently celebrated his birthday and was given an Ice Cream Maker as a gift. J.R. had started making Coconut Milk Ice Cream for his younger brother Dawson who was lactose Intolerant. He started using coconut milk because it gave a rich texture and mainly because it was not an allergen. J.R. was convinced that there must be something he could do to help his adopted brother David in Haiti who was still at the orphanage. â€śI wanted to do something to help the orphanageâ€ť says J.R. He used the money from the profits he raised to send money back to Joseph and Davidâ€™s orphanage. Today Screamin Brothers donates 5% of their net profit to various childrenâ€™s charities including BCâ€™S Childrenâ€™s Hospital.

Initially J.R. and Dawson started selling to family and friends, then they started selling at the local Farmers market, where they sold out every time they bought their frozen treats. With a shortage of Dairy free Ice Cream J.R. and Dawson heard many comments about how much a product like theirs is needed in the marketplace. They moved from a small ice cream maker to a larger ice cream maker to keep up with demand. This was Dawsonâ€™s idea â€śto make it bigger so we can help more childrenâ€ť Within a short space of time Grocery stores were asking if they could carry it.

The increase in production has created challenges for the Wikkerink family farm in southern Alberta. What used to be a beef and poultry operation has become a Dairy Free Frozen Dessert plant, with parents Wayne and Ann Wikkerink taking on roles to assist the boys. When asked how did you come up with your name, the boys answer â€śbecause David and Joseph like to screamâ€ť

Today over 200 retail stores across Canada sell Screamin Brothers Dairy Free Desserts. They are available in British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario and Quebec. Including leading supermarkets such as Coopers Market, Thriftyâ€™s and Save on Foods.

To watch the boys presentation on Dragon's Den scroll to the 35 minute mark.

Kosher Check is a globally accepted Kosher Certification and provides Kosher Certification to companies throughout the Province of Alberta. Alberta is home to two of Canadaâ€™s largest cities â€“ Calgary and Edmonton. With a continually expanding energy sector, a massive beef industry, and an important grain industry, Alberta is a national economic leader. Kosher Check can help assist companies tap into that explosive economic growth. Kosher Check provides Kosher Certification to leading manufacturers across the province including Bakemark Ingredients, Sunny Boy Foods, Lucerne Foods, Rock Ridge Dairy and Screamin Brothers.

AstaReal, one of the leading manufacturers of Astaxanthin recently gained Kosher Certification through Kosher Check for their manufacturing facility in Moses Lake, Washington State. AstaReal was the first company in the world to commercially produce natural Astaxanthin from Haematococcus Pluvialis (Micro Algae). Realising the advantages of gaining Kosher Certification, AstaReal gained Kosher Certification to better serve the needs of their pharmaceutical/ Health Supplement and food manufacturers.

Located in Washington State, one of Americaâ€™s leading agricultural states, known for growing of Apples, Concord Grapes, Raspberries, Cherries and Asparagus. Kosher Check provides Kosher Certification to many companies located throughout Washington State, from Blaine and Lynden in the North to Moses Lake, the Yakima Valley and Walla Walla in the South.

Kosher Check is a globally accepted Kosher Certification, providing Kosher supervision on five continents to food manufacturers such as Merck Pharmaceuticals, Kerry Foods, Kemin Bioscience, Golden Boy Foods, Legumex Walker to name a few. Gaining Kosher Certification through Kosher Check can help increase sales as well as potential private label business.

Purdyâ€™s Chocolates is a major Canadian Chocolatier, producing a line of premium chocolates including Truffles, Hazelnut Hedgehogs, Creams, Caramels, Filled Chocolates and more.

In the fall of 2013 Purdyâ€™s Chocolates received the seal of approval from Kosher Check for their Chocolate Bars and Novelty line of Chocolate. After receiving many phone calls and enquiries from the Kosher Consumer regarding Purdyâ€™s other Chocolate products. Kosher Check worked on a strategy with Purdyâ€™s to make some of their premium chocolates such as their signature Hedgehogs Kosher certified. We are pleased to announce that today, many of the products for sale in Purdyâ€™s Stores are Kosher Certified. We know the Kosher Certification of these products will be greeted with much excitement and will continue to work with Purdys on increasing their range of Kosher certified products.

Purdy's Chocolates are available for purchase through their vast network of stores located throughout Ontario including stores located in Yorkdale Shopping Centre, Hillcrest Shopping Centre in Richmond Hill and Vaughan Mills. In Edmonton at the West Edmonton Mall. In Calgary at the Southcentre Mall and Chinook Mall. In Vancouver at Oakridge Mall. For more information regarding store locations, please visit www.purdys.com

Kosher Check is a globally accepted Kosher Certification, providing Kosher supervision on five continents to food manufacturers such as Merck, Kerry Foods, Kemin Bioscience, Golden Boy Foods, Legumex Walker to name a few. Gaining Kosher Certification through Kosher Check can help increase sales as well as potential private label business.

Merck, one of the worlds most well known Pharmaceutical and Chemical companies recently gained Kosher Check Kosher Certification for their production facility in India. Realizing the demand for Kosher Certified products, and with demand coming from Customers based in North America, Europe and Australia, Merck wanted to be able to capitalize on this market.

Over the past decade the demand for Kosher Certified products has increased dramatically. The Kosher market has been growing at an annual rate of 15% for the past several years and kosher certified products continue to outsell both Organic and All Natural. In order to keep up with demand and as Food Manufacturers in North America and Europe looks to new sources of Ingredients, they increasingly turn to Asian countries such as India for new sources.

India has the World's second largest population, third largest economy and is the World's second largest producer of food next to China. AC Nielsen recently named India as a hotspot for food manufacturers, food producers and food ingredient professionals and the country is now becoming an integral part of the global food ingredient network. Given this trend, India has become one of the most important destinations for food investment, with the food industry growing at an annual rate of 17%. As Food exports continue to increase in India, many Indian food manufacturers are now turning to Kosher Certification to assist them in gaining new markets and increased sales.

Kosher Check is a globally accepted Kosher Certification, providing Kosher supervision on five continents to food manufacturers such as Merck, Kerry Foods, Kemin Bioscience, Golden Boy Foods, Legumex Walker to name a few. Gaining Kosher Certification through Kosher Check can help increase sales as well as potential private label business.